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Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse

Q red 4s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse

This cylindrical tower, standing 14 meters tall, guides vessels into Lomonosov harbor. Its white exterior is marked with red vertical stripes, and side panels serve as a daymark. The light displays a quick flashing red signal. The focal height is 19 meters, providing a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the main approach range for ships entering Lomonosov harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q red 4s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Q.R. 13
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
59.9255°
Longitude
29.7796°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lomonosov(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
C4047
NGA No.
13052

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red vertical stripes

Structure: round cylindrical tower with gallery; the tower carries side panels as a daymark

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front displays the characteristic Q red 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LOMONOSOV at 0.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include Lomonosov (2.1 NM SW), Bronka Port (2.6 NM W), Kronshtadt (3.8 NM N), Gorskaya (8.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse?+
Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lomonosov (Fairway Number 7) Range Front Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.